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We specialize in building small launch vehicles designed to deploy satellites into Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and beyond. Together with you, we aim to revolutionize space services and help improve life on Earth. Sounds interesting? Then join our journey and become part of the team driving the New Space movement in Europe.\nAbout the Team\nOur international and agile team is looking for support from a motivated person as a Propulsion Test Technician (f/m/d). You enjoy working in a dedicated, dynamic and international environment that aims for high performance engineering solutions in aerospace technology? Do you want to revolutionize space travel in New Space? Then you've come to the right place.\n\nYour Tasks\nServe as in the field test operator and technician during all propulsion hot-fire campaigns\nTake responsibility of engine assembly processes and in-situ upgrades to the test hardware\nTest integrated engines to determine acceptability for flight\nAssembly, Integration, troubleshooting and commissioning of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems\nPerform hardware reviews to evaluate the performance of test articles and stand systems (operations, quality, structural, fluids, electrical).\nFind innovative ways to create, review, and optimize testing processes/procedures to increase test system capability and cadence.\nManage the execution of projects within extremely short timelines\nAlign resources to accomplish key objectives, assign clear accountability for important objectives\nCreate and maintain technical documentation\nYour Qualifications\nProfessional work experience and/or a completed apprenticeship in Aerospace, Industrial Mechanic, Automotive Mechatronic, Agricultural and Construction Machinery Technician or a related mechanical field \nHands-on experience with hardware assembly, including working with assembly manuals, technical drawings, and instrumentation plans \nPractical experience with test stands and associated operations, such as engine dynamometers, turbine test rigs, or rocket propulsion test stands \nA good understanding of fluid systems, including pneumatics and hydraulics, is an advantage \nExperience with instrumentation and sensors, such as pressure transducers, temperature sensors, piezoelectric sensors, strain gauges, load cells, and flow meters, is an advantage \nFluent written and spoken English, as all day-to-day activities are conducted in English \nWillingness to travel and work flexibly across RFA's test and launch sites \nAbility to work both independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to contribute in a dynamic and fast-paced environment \nCalm, clear, and confident communication, including in high-pressure situations \nWe offer\n\nAtmosphere: Experience life in an international & dynamic New Space start-up\n\nFlexibility: Fit your working schedule to your needs with flexible working hours\n\nHealth: Sweat, stretch or squat it out with EGYM Wellpass\n\nPaid Time Off: 30 days annual leave and special leave days\n\nRFA Family: Join regular company and team events\n\nParking: Free parking for car and bike\n\nInsights\n\nReady to take the next step?\nJoin RFA and help build one of Europe’s most efficient launch systems. Work alongside 300+ colleagues from over 40 countries and take ownership from day one.\nIf you’re looking to grow, take responsibility, and contribute to making space more accessible, we’d love to hear from you.\nApply now! 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